re: Ruffino's on the River Grand opening tomorrow in Lafayette

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Tried to get into EMP for dinner next month, no dice there or at per se. Colicchio and Sons instead, have you been?

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I'd skip EMP in its current iteration. I've probably eaten there a dozen times and five or six years ago, it was my favorite restaurant in the world. As Humm increased his imprint on the place and ultimately purchased it, it's become a cold, "event" type restaurant, which I don't care for. I've not been to Colicchio and Sons but from what I've read lately, it has apparently hit its stride after a rocky start. I'd also recommend Del Posto, which is a few doors down. It's Batali's take on three star level Italian dining. I had dinner there last week and it's as good as ever: great service, beautiful room, stellar wine list, and fantastic food.